Caroline Dubois may finally have the chance to settle the lingering tension with Turkish world champion Elif Nur Turhan now that both athletes have joined the roster of Most Valuable Promotions (MVP). The British lightweight, who already holds the WBC and WBO titles, had previously voiced her disappointment after talks to arrange a unification bout with Turhan fell through. With both fighters now under the same promotional umbrella—run by Jake Paul and co‑founder Nakisa Bidarian—those negotiations could become far more straightforward. Dubois is set to make her next defense against American contender Amelia Moore on August 29 at the bp pulse LIVE arena in Birmingham.
The fight will be part of a stacked card headlined by Mikaela Mayer versus Chantelle Cameron, and the entire event will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. Notably, every main‑card matchup on the night has been billed as a United Kingdom versus United States clash, adding a patriotic flavor to the proceedings. For fans who want the best viewing experience, MVP recommends using the Chrome browser, which offers a more accessible video player for the live stream. Elif Nur Turhan, who also boasts an unbeaten record of 14 wins, captured the IBF lightweight world title after delivering a dramatic stoppage against Brazil’s Beatriz Ferreira.
Since that landmark victory, Turhan has successfully defended her belt against challengers Gabriella Tellez and Taylah Gentzen, further cementing her reputation as a dominant force in the division. Her signing marks a historic moment: Turhan becomes the first Turkish boxer to sign with MVP, a milestone highlighted by co‑founder Nakisa Bidarian.
"Elif Nur Turhan is an undefeated world champion, a tremendous puncher, and now the first Turkish fighter to join the MVP roster," Bidarian said in a press release. "The Golden Turkish Warrior is one of the most exciting fighters in boxing given her immense punching power and her relentless aggressive, pressure‑heavy style.
Signing Elif will allow us to make some of the most exciting fights in boxing. We look forward to welcoming Elif to MVP and giving her the platform to become one of the biggest stars in women’s boxing as we continue building MVPW into the premier global home for the sport." The news of Turhan’s contract arrives alongside other notable developments in the boxing world. Dubois, for instance, has recently announced a split with longtime trainer Shane McGuigan ahead of her upcoming lightweight title defense against Moore.
The change in her coaching team could bring new strategic nuances to her performance, especially as she prepares for a potential showdown with Turhan later in the year. In other headlines, British heavyweight Tyson Fury secured a dominant seventh‑round technical knockout over Mariusz Wach, keeping his path toward a potential clash with Anthony Joshua wide open.
Meanwhile, former world champion Joe Cordina faced legal troubles, pleading not guilty to assault charges after being denied a US visa for a scheduled bout with Abdullah Mason. Anthony Joshua, who is gearing up for a fight against Kristian Prenga, stepped on the scale at 7.6 pounds heavier than his previous encounter with Jake Paul, prompting speculation about his future weight‑class strategy.
In related news, Joshua’s opponent Oleksandr Usyk’s team urged the British star to "show greatness" in his upcoming comeback fight. Back to the women’s division, Dubois’s promoter has hinted that a dream matchup against Irish legend Katie Taylor could serve as a perfect "swansong" for the Irish boxer, should she decide to retire after a final high‑profile bout. The MVPW‑06 event in Birmingham, headlined by the Mayer‑Cameron showdown and featuring Dubois’s defense, promises a night of high‑octane action.
Fans can catch the live broadcast on Sky Sports on August 29, or they can stream the fights through Sky Sports' online platform without committing to a long‑term contract. This accessibility aims to draw a broader audience to women’s boxing, highlighting the sport’s growing popularity and the increasing depth of talent across weight classes. With both Dubois and Turhan now sharing the same promotional family, the prospect of a unification fight becomes more than just a speculative rumor.
Their contrasting styles—Dubois’s technical precision and speed versus Turhan’s power‑driven, pressure‑intensive approach—set the stage for a classic clash that could determine the undisputed lightweight champion in the women’s division. As MVP continues to build its brand around marquee matchups and cross‑continental rivalries, the boxing world will be watching closely to see if this long‑awaited encounter finally materializes, delivering a historic moment for the sport and for fans worldwide.